A pillar of our flying community – always remembered, deeply missed. It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our dear friend and fellow aviator, Bernard Frechen. For many years, Bernard was one of the cornerstones of general aviation in Luxembourg – a quiet force who contributed tirelessly …
AOPA Luxembourg invites its members to join the AREL-AIR ULM Festival 2025 on 13 & 14 September at Arlon Sterpenich airfield. Enjoy trial flights, vintage car rides, and a festive atmosphere just across the border.
General Aviation at Luxembourg Airport is increasingly caught up in red tape The Grand Ducal Police have once again announced an “administrative update” that will make life even more complicated for General Aviation at Luxembourg Airport. As of 1 July 2025, new forms and procedures will be introduced for anyone …
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Europe’s new medical certification rules for private pilots are out of touch with reality. While medical incapacitation accounts for less than 0.3% of GA accidents, EASA demands cholesterol scores, sleep disorder screenings, and second opinions. Meanwhile, the U.S. and France are proving that smart, proportional regulation works. It’s time to stop treating healthy pilots like hospital patients.
Luxembourg welcomes the International Air Cadets for a second time, marking a new milestone for the Loftkadetten program. Supported by the Luxembourg Army and promoted by AOPA, young Luxembourgers aged 15+ can now apply to discover aviation through glider flight training and international exchange.
AOPA Luxembourg invites all pilots to an unforgettable fly-in weekend at Château de Bournizeaux, from 27 to 29 June 2025. Enjoy a private airstrip, elegant rooms, a pool, and peaceful countryside just south of the Loire Valley. Rooms from €145/night (breakfast, taxes & landings included). Only 2 rooms left – register now via bournizeaux25@aopa.lu and be part of this unique flying experience!
Before we consolidated all our updates here on the AOPA Luxembourg website, we maintained a separate blog to share stories, news, and reflections with the general aviation community. That blog is still online – and it’s full of memories worth revisiting. 🌐 Explore the archive here The blog was active …
As the new flying season begins, AOPA Luxembourg reminds pilots of the proper use of squawk codes in Belgian airspace. Do you know when to squawk 2000 or 5101? Our updated guide explains how to stay safe, reduce frequency congestion, and comply with FIS procedures.
AOPA Luxembourg denounces the unlawful ban on AVGAS-powered aircraft at Ostend and Antwerp airports. These unjustified restrictions are causing chaos for pilots and forcing aircraft into under-equipped airfields.
